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Navy

#462046

Navy is a warm dark color with the hex code #462046. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 70, 32, 70 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 54%, 0%, 73% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Navy Color Values

HEX
#462046
RGB
70, 32, 70
HSL
300°, 37%, 20%
CMYK
0, 54, 0, 73

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Navy sits at 300° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 37% saturation and 20% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Navy work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Navy in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 54%, 0%, 73% ensures accurate color reproduction. The high black component suggests this color will print deep and rich, though screen appearance may vary from print output.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Navy

CSS Variable 

:root {
  --brand-primary: #462046;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 70, 32, 70;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config 

colors: {
  brand: '#462046',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK) 

C: 0%
M: 54%
Y: 0%
K: 73%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens 

rgb(70, 32, 70)
rgba(70, 32, 70, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

1 brand with colors near 300° on the color wheel

Nubank logo
Nubank

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #462046?
#462046 is Navy, a warm dark color with RGB values of 70, 32, 70. It has a hue of 300°, 37% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #462046?
The RGB color code for #462046 is rgb(70, 32, 70). This means it contains 70 red, 32 green, and 70 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Navy a warm or cool color?
Navy (#462046) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #462046 in CSS?
You can use #462046 in CSS with: background-color: #462046; or color: #462046; or as an RGB value: rgb(70, 32, 70). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 54%, 0%, 73%.

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